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Chef’s Tasting Dinner ExperiencePlates & WineJoin us at Tulip for dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 5:30pm in Geelong West. Enjoy a relaxed, contemporary dining experience featuring seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Choose from wine and sn...
360Q

360Q

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Queenscliff

Autumn Menu Launched!Come and try it today!Our new Autumn Set Menu celebrates rich flavours, premium local produce and beautifully balanced dishes designed for cooler days and glowing waterfront evenings. It’s destination dining at its most...
The Classic ComboLunch Made EasyCraving a classic? Enjoy our delicious burgers paired with golden, crispy chips perfect for lunch or a quick bite. Eat in and relax, or grab your meal to takeaway if you’re on the go. Friendly serv...
Tempo Kitchen & Bar

Tempo Kitchen & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Geelong

Tempo on Tiers - High TeaEvery day, 12pm & 2.30pmIndulge in a modern, coastal-inspired high tea at Tempo Kitchen & Bar, launching 28 February on the Geelong Waterfront. Enjoy a three-tier stand of savoury and sweet delights, welcome bubbles on ar...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Italian"
Centra Hotel

Centra Hotel

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Geelong

Live Music FridaysFrom 5.30pmKick off your weekend at Centra Hotel Geelong with live music, great food, and cocktails flowing. Settle in, soak up the atmosphere, and enjoy talented local musicians bringing the soundtrack to yo...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Steak"
Parkers Steakhouse Geelong

Parkers Steakhouse Geelong

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Geelong

The Ultimate Steak ExperienceBook now!If you love a great steak, Parkers Steakhouse is calling. From eye fillet and porterhouse to wagyu and Angus cuts, every steak is flavoured with Parkers’ signature baste, grilled to perfection and ...
Belmont Hotel (Geelong)

Belmont Hotel (Geelong)

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Belmont

Long a favourite watering hole for locals, the Belmont Hotel on High Street in Belmont is also one of Geelong’s top function venues. Taking inspiration from the original 1920s décor, think glamorou...
Shelter Shed

Shelter Shed

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 11:30 AM

Queenscliff

New menu!Come in a try new dishes!Fresh, vibrant and made for long lunches, balmy nights and everything in between — our brand new menu has officially landed at Shelter Shed. Think seasonal flavours, coastal vibes and dishes that ...
Steak Frites & Live Acoustic Thursday'sThursday at Tommy GunnsTHURSDAY STEAK NIGHT & LIVE MUSIC AT TOMMY GUNNS $35 Lockyer Valley Onyx MB5+ Bavette & Frites Choose from Montpellier Butter or Sauce au Poivre Enjoy live acoustic tunes with Ash Hamilton f...
Mavs Greek Restaurant

Mavs Greek Restaurant

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Geelong

Zorba Night is back!21st MARCH 2026 A vibrant night of live Greek music with bouzouki, dancing, ouzo and an electric Greek atmosphere! WHAT TO EXPECT: • Live Greek music & bouzouki • Energetic dancing and crowd favourites • Mesme...
HAPPY HOUR3-5pm Saturday & SundayWeekend Happy Hour
The Q Train on Station Street in Drysdale is a standout experience - a fine dining restaurant aboard a restored heritage train that journeys along the Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queensc...
Touted as the best Mexican north of the border, El Santo Geelong on Ryrie Street is the Mexican laneway you've been looking for. A brightly coloured interior paired with vibrant tunes and the watch...
Felix

Felix

French   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:30 PM

Geelong

12 Chef Hat Award
Alma

Alma

South American   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Geelong

13 Chef Hat Award
In the heart of Geelong, Alma restaurant offers a vibrant taste of South America, inviting food lovers to indulge in its culinary delights. The warm, welcoming atmosphere complements the exquisite ...
Emerge

Emerge

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Geelong

12 Chef Hat Award
Emerge stands out in the bustling heart of Geelong, offering a unique culinary experience that celebrates the finest of Australian steak. This intimate restaurant exudes a warm and friendly atmosph...
Two Noble

Two Noble

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Newtown

12 Chef Hat Award
The Pantry at Bellevue

The Pantry at Bellevue

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:30 AM

Geelong West

The Pantry at Bellevue on Pakington Street in Geelong West is a haven of warmth and charm, where modern style meets homely comfort. Sunlight filters through wide windows, spilling across rustic woo...
PikNik

PikNik

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00 PM

Swan Bay

Starting out as a market stall selling produce that had been ‘picked and nicked’ from local farms, PikNik on Queenscliff Road in Swan Bay is now a well-loved dining destination for locals and visit...
Cafe Palat

Cafe Palat

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Geelong

Immerse yourself in flavoursome food, great music and a textured environment at Geelong’s happy place, Café Palat on Apparel Close in Breakwater. Not only is there a unique menu with authentic and ...